two very frightening words
"Academic Probation"
[waugh]
[ED: N.B. the Dictionary.com word of the day...]
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What the Philosophers say about reality is often as deceptive as when you see a sign in a second-hand store that reads: Pressing Done Here. If you went in with your clothes to have them pressed you would be fooled; the sign is for sale.
— Søren Kierkegaard, “Diapsalmata” from Either/Or.
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A fire broke out backstage in a theatre. The Clown came out to warn the public; they thought it was a joke and applauded. He repeated it; the acclaim was even greater. I think that's just how the world will come to an end: to general applause from wits who believe it's a joke.
— Søren Kierkegaard, “Diapsalmata” from Either/Or.
4 comments:
Daniel what happened?
Oh no! This is one step before "Dean's Leave": which is an euphemism for being invited to terminate your University career!!
This has not happened to you has it? Say it ain't do, Joe.
Call. Write. Calm a concerned mentor!
P.S. I still have the honorarium for you kindly taking my GGK classes. A cup of tea will provide a venue. Reply, Reply. (Quick--Shakespeare Quiz!)
Prof. E.
Ooops. Proofreading error!
"Say it ain't so, Joe!"
4 very important words:
nose to the grindstone
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